Hi Dave I would like to know briefly from you whether the AM8 microphone needs an external audio interface such as SC1 or SC3, is the difference worth paying for the audio interface or is just the USB connector enough? Or is it better to invest the same amount in purchasing a boom arm from Fifine Like fifine bm88 ? And about the USB cable, would you suggest buying another USB cable from UGREEN or Anker 3.0 instead of the one that comes with the microphone?
Hi! The short answer is that usb mode is more than sufficient for most people. But I do have a video coming out next week answering exactly this concern in detail! I test the AM8 in USB mode, with the SC1, with a mic booster, and with the Focusrite Vocaster interface. The video is already available for members if you’re in a hurry. As for the cable, I’ll have to confirm with Fifine if the cable has been updated. You might want to try getting the AM8 first and see if the included cable works. There’s a chance they made silent updates to the included cable.
I always end up on your videos with my budget. i appreciate your reviews, They're very helpful to me. Thank You. You definitely earned a sup from me. 👍👍👍
Happy Valentine's Day, Dave! I'd love to see your review of the Maono AME2 Interface! I bought one and paired it with the FEELWORLD PM1 (thank you for the suggestion and review) and I'm ecstatic about the overall sound and quality for the price. I'm not an absolute audiophile or anything, but my husband is and has spent hours adjusting my settings on the interface to get it to sound buttery smooth. I look forward to hopefully seeing your review of it!
Connected via usb, which turns on the light. Cranked the gain of both the mic and headphones all the way down. Attached the mixer/interface via xlr, and chose that as my audio source. :) So the usb just powers the light.
Not sure this would be the best replacement for it! The evo 4 will give you significantly more clean gain. But this does the job if you have noise repair software. They also have a cheaper audio interface (SC1) that has none of the bells and whistles of this one, but presumably has the same preamps based on the specs.
Yes, it includes the type-c port for mobile devices, but if it's the iPhone with lightning port, then you will need adapters and are better from the Apple store.
@@milkayway_ Not an upgrade, that’s a crossgrade! Two different mics. A8 is condenser and captures more detail. AM8 is dynamic and picks up background noise less.
respectfully as far as talking about the first wire and the rings on the jacks, how many people actually have a cellphone with a traditional audio jack? I mean i mightve mentioned that for most modern cellphones you will need an adapter dongle unless they have a much older phone or an imported phone that features a jack. Its like when someone talks about a webcam's mic....no one uses those mics....lol.
Hello, i need advice. Can you reply to this as soon as you see this? Can i still use the microphone even without an audio interface? Or an audio interface is really a necessary thing to have?
does this work with bluetooth headphones? I cannot get this mixer to work. I'm using the same mic as you and everything is lit up but my friends say I'm super quiet now and I can't adjust my volume using the mixer. Besides changing the color, none of the buttons change anything either. None of the voicemods work and idk what to do anymore.
Was this recorded without eq? If not then rate it on a scale of 1 to 10 without any effects ( referring to am8 ) I cant decide if i should buy fifine am8 or tonor tc30 because i intend on using it without any extra effects cuz dk much abt em
Hello Dave, I have a Fifine Xlr mixer, set with the Shure M7vx to my ps5 pro but when I record a video and upload it to UA-cam, turn out it has white noise in the background. How do I fix this? The Shure M7vx advertised itself as good for voice isolation but im not seeing it. Please help Im already thinking about just returning the Shure mic as my much cheaper mic didnt have this white noise I have it set to Dynamic and instead of connected to a PC, its to a Ps5. Btw I did Order the AM8 just a second ago, to try it.
@@DaveSoltura Wait, so all mic have white noise? Some only go away when you're speaking if they have voice isolation? or I shouldn't be hearing white noise anyway?
@@ViponixIf you raise the gain loud enough, yes all mics have some degree of noise coming from the preamps. The key is to have a louder source (your voice) relative to the noise it introduces. So if you get closer, say 1-3 inches, you won’t need to raise gain as much, reducing white noise. This is called signal-to-noise ratio: how loud your voice is, relative to the noise. Usb mics typically don’t have a very good signal-to-noise ratio. Pro audio interfaces have better preamps than usb mics, leading to less white noise.
@@DaveSoltura This makes so much sense, thank you. My last Question is wouldn't that allow ppl to hear my breathing and all that if im too close? PS I called Shure and they advised me to stay close to the mic as well.
Which would you recommend between the FIFINE Gaming Audio Mixer, Streaming Mixer Microphone Interface vs FIFINE Amplitank SC1 Recording Audio Interface?
question, does your headphone have to be plugged into the fifine SC3 to work with the microphone ? I use a cable-free headphone (corsair virtuoso XT) and i dont want to use it with a cable (i will only use the SC3 and the XLR mic for discord)
As a rule of thumb, we would recommend getting a mixer between $100 to $200 to get the best out of your AT2020, but if you only want to have a proper audio mixer with the XLR input and voice-changers built-in, then it will wok fine.
What kind of speaker do you use? Assuming it's a pair of active speakers that doesn't need extra power from a pre-amp, then make sure you choose the correct input mode on the speakers.
I’m getting the mixer while having a am8 bc my usb connection is bad, the cord they gave me didn’t work, I’m using a short cord rn, like if my gain is low now it doesn’t pick up
@@DaveSoltura I need your help one option for me is buy… Fifine am8t and fifine sc3, another option is buy fifine k688 and sc3 or fifine k688- or am8 with goxlrmini who recommend☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️
Yes, plug and play on PS5 both the mic and the mixer through USB. But if you want to have the mic and the mixer work together on PS5, then you need to plug the mic into the mixer via XLR cables instead of plugging the mic directly into PS5 console with the USB cable, then connect the USB of the mixer to your PS5 USB port.
It works, but can't get the best out of the SM7B. For a proper XLR setup, it's better to look for interfaces or mixers that costs around the same or even more of the mic. Since you also have to consider analog output channels.
It’s very likely preamp noise from two sources: noise from the mic preamp, and noise from the headphone preamp. I listen on clean headphone preamps and the mic noise isn’t horrible. The headphone amps being noisy may exaggerate it. But yes, some noise is perfectly normal at this price point.
Great video, well deserved like. A question: can I control 3 volumes of three browsers with this mixer? Example, Microphone, chrome with youtube and firefox with another youtube video? Thank you
@@DaveSoltura thanks for responding and I didn’t mean that comment with any hate I just noticed the different pronunciation and I’ll definitely be picking one of these audio mixers up.
Hello! I understand how you feel. I felt the same way! Fifine told me this is how they wanted their brand name pronounced. Why it’s pronounced that way is beyond me!😁
What mic would you use with the Fifine SC3? 😃
Can you make a video with the fifine k688 connected with the fifine sc 3?
SM7B
I bought SC3 + AM8 yesterday, now looking for some guides
hyperx quadcast s
@@Johnsmith-on1iw no, no no no no no no no no
Thank you so much for reviewing our Fifine SC3!
GYATT damn girl, I just had to tell you that you FI FINEEE. My goodness.
@@father5946 my boy thirsty
@@father5946 creative rizz
Once again, a really complete review ! Thank you it was all clear ! :)
Your video helped me set up my audio setup. Thanks a bunch!
Glad I could help!
Finally, I've been waiting for this review!
Hope it meets your needs!
Hi Dave
I would like to know briefly from you whether the AM8 microphone needs an external audio interface such as
SC1 or SC3, is the difference worth paying for the audio interface or is just the USB connector enough?
Or is it better to invest the same amount in purchasing a boom arm from Fifine Like fifine bm88 ?
And about the USB cable, would you suggest buying another USB cable from UGREEN or Anker 3.0 instead of the one that comes with the microphone?
Hi! The short answer is that usb mode is more than sufficient for most people. But I do have a video coming out next week answering exactly this concern in detail! I test the AM8 in USB mode, with the SC1, with a mic booster, and with the Focusrite Vocaster interface. The video is already available for members if you’re in a hurry.
As for the cable, I’ll have to confirm with Fifine if the cable has been updated. You might want to try getting the AM8 first and see if the included cable works. There’s a chance they made silent updates to the included cable.
@@DaveSolturahello I can’t get my voice changer to work
@ Please contact fifine support for this: web@fifine.cc
love the finefines
"HayYyyYy, HayyYyy, HayyY, hyayyyYyy" 🔥🔥
Bro was cooking with that one!
Fantastic. Don't think I've ever laughed during a review. Great channel.
I have the AM8 and SC3 in white and I’m absolutely loving them!!
Hello, how it holding up now
I always end up on your videos with my budget. i appreciate your reviews, They're very helpful to me. Thank You. You definitely earned a sup from me. 👍👍👍
Thank you so much for the support! Glad the content helps!
This video was actually super well made and detailed.. awesome job
@@CraftyGazelle Thank you!!
Happy Valentine's Day, Dave!
I'd love to see your review of the Maono AME2 Interface!
I bought one and paired it with the FEELWORLD PM1 (thank you for the suggestion and review) and I'm ecstatic about the overall sound and quality for the price.
I'm not an absolute audiophile or anything, but my husband is and has spent hours adjusting my settings on the interface to get it to sound buttery smooth.
I look forward to hopefully seeing your review of it!
i have k688 and my usb port broke. i bought steinberg ixo12 recently and OMG the sound quality is so beautiful. i love it
Great video man.
Thx for the review! High quality production.
Thank you for the kind words!
My only problem is the loud shhhhhhhhhh noise in the background of all of my videos
use noice suppression with equ apo
I THOUGHT THAT WAS FROM IT PICKING UP MY ONCE LOUD ASS PC!!😯😯
when gaming can you still use the xlr mic dor chat and have your headset for game sound?
@@ChazDaGreat94 is you headset wired or wireless?
@@ChazDaGreat94lol😂 yes
The baby one sounded like the dog from the movie Up lol.
Thank's bro, you've convinced me to buy the AM8
hi, i have the am8, would you recommend getting the sc3 for live karaoke singing for streaming?
Thank you for the review.
could u share w us the filters u r using ?
So glad to see the Fifine AM8 get more love. It's a fantastic affordable dynamic mic.
man the fifine mic and mixer is fine as heck
I'd love for you to try other comparably priced mixers to see how it stacks up
Great video idea!
Hey Dave, can this interface go well with k688 audio quality
I'm considering getting the fine mic and mixer for my streams as entry level audio upgrade. Are they plug and play on Mac?
I really want to know if I can use a wireless headset(2.4) in combination with this deck.
Great video! I had a question how did you get your rgb to work on the am8 when connected with xlr to the mixer board?
Connected via usb, which turns on the light. Cranked the gain of both the mic and headphones all the way down. Attached the mixer/interface via xlr, and chose that as my audio source. :) So the usb just powers the light.
Hey, Great vid! I was wondering if the quality of the k688 would be improved when using the sc3.
My conclusion for the AM8 would apply to the K688, as well. :)
What and how are you hooked to your camera?
You absolutely do not have to rerecord the sounds every time you boot up. It saves the sound clips and the light setting you put it on.
Hi! When you connect your headphones to the mixer, do you hear a noise?
My audient evo 4 finally gave out - thinking of getting this as a replacement to use as an audio interface / mixer.
Not sure this would be the best replacement for it! The evo 4 will give you significantly more clean gain. But this does the job if you have noise repair software. They also have a cheaper audio interface (SC1) that has none of the bells and whistles of this one, but presumably has the same preamps based on the specs.
If I’m buying fifine sc3 can I use my hyper x quadcast or I should buy fifine mic?
As long as it’s an XLR mic, it’ll work with the Fifine.
Seems like it’s a USB mic though, since you’ll need a hyper x procast
Hello sir! Any tutorial on how to make Am8 mic sound like yours? 😢
Could it be connect with sound card to make better sound quality for live steam? Or itself can used for live steam? Please advise. Thanks 🙏
The AM8 on its own will be fine!
@davesoltura. I do not intend to record with a computer but just my Iphone. Will I still be able to use tis XLR?
Yes, it includes the type-c port for mobile devices, but if it's the iPhone with lightning port, then you will need adapters and are better from the Apple store.
What headphones you using please
Hi! I have the Fifine A8! Is it good if I upgrade to Fifine AM8? Thanks!
@@milkayway_ Not an upgrade, that’s a crossgrade! Two different mics. A8 is condenser and captures more detail. AM8 is dynamic and picks up background noise less.
respectfully as far as talking about the first wire and the rings on the jacks, how many people actually have a cellphone with a traditional audio jack? I mean i mightve mentioned that for most modern cellphones you will need an adapter dongle unless they have a much older phone or an imported phone that features a jack. Its like when someone talks about a webcam's mic....no one uses those mics....lol.
Valid!
Hello, i need advice. Can you reply to this as soon as you see this? Can i still use the microphone even without an audio interface? Or an audio interface is really a necessary thing to have?
Am8 doesn't need an interface!
@@DaveSoltura THANK YOU! I'll order this rn
does this work with bluetooth headphones? I cannot get this mixer to work. I'm using the same mic as you and everything is lit up but my friends say I'm super quiet now and I can't adjust my volume using the mixer. Besides changing the color, none of the buttons change anything either. None of the voicemods work and idk what to do anymore.
would this send game and mic audio from my desktop into a laptop for dual pc streaming?? via line in/out. My laptop only has one aux port
I've never really understood interfaces, Plugging your headphones into it is only optional right? Like in case you just want to listen to yourself?
@@theholypeanut473 Yes! Completely optional.
Was this recorded without eq?
If not then rate it on a scale of 1 to 10 without any effects ( referring to am8 )
I cant decide if i should buy fifine am8 or tonor tc30 because i intend on using it without any extra effects cuz dk much abt em
No EQ! I don't know about the TC30, but the Fifine AM8 is a great buy for must gamers and streamers.
@@DaveSoltura alr then
Thanks for the update
Got a glimpse of the k688 as well but am8 is better for gaming so will probably go with that
Just hope it's good for low pitched voices -
Question how can i use this just for the mic part of it??? what do i plug into what etc???
I thought you had millions of subscribers how do you only have 3k that should be impossible
Thanks for the kind words! I realize I don’t often ask people to subscribe. I should do that. 😁
Probably
Hello Dave, I have a Fifine Xlr mixer, set with the Shure M7vx to my ps5 pro but when I record a video and upload it to UA-cam, turn out it has white noise in the background. How do I fix this? The Shure M7vx advertised itself as good for voice isolation but im not seeing it. Please help Im already thinking about just returning the Shure mic as my much cheaper mic didnt have this white noise
I have it set to Dynamic and instead of connected to a PC, its to a Ps5. Btw I did Order the AM8 just a second ago, to try it.
@@Viponix How far was your mouth from the M7vx when you recorded?
@ about 6 inches but even when I’m quiet, it has it.
@@DaveSoltura Wait, so all mic have white noise? Some only go away when you're speaking if they have voice isolation? or I shouldn't be hearing white noise anyway?
@@ViponixIf you raise the gain loud enough, yes all mics have some degree of noise coming from the preamps. The key is to have a louder source (your voice) relative to the noise it introduces. So if you get closer, say 1-3 inches, you won’t need to raise gain as much, reducing white noise. This is called signal-to-noise ratio: how loud your voice is, relative to the noise. Usb mics typically don’t have a very good signal-to-noise ratio. Pro audio interfaces have better preamps than usb mics, leading to less white noise.
@@DaveSoltura This makes so much sense, thank you. My last Question is wouldn't that allow ppl to hear my breathing and all that if im too close? PS I called Shure and they advised me to stay close to the mic as well.
Which would you recommend between the FIFINE Gaming Audio Mixer, Streaming Mixer Microphone Interface vs FIFINE Amplitank SC1 Recording Audio Interface?
Can you connect wireless headphones to fifine sc3
@@ericsmall4609 no
Wanted to ask Dave are you using a ZV-E1 for your overhead shots?
Just an E10, not an E1 :)
question, does your headphone have to be plugged into the fifine SC3 to work with the microphone ? I use a cable-free headphone (corsair virtuoso XT) and i dont want to use it with a cable (i will only use the SC3 and the XLR mic for discord)
You can probably do playback, but not listen to your voice in real time.
What will happen if we connect line out to a phone? What is that for?
how do you test and listen to ur voice?
This guy only reply to people who thanked him for the review he's stink
how do you feel about this mixer with the AT2020?
As a rule of thumb, we would recommend getting a mixer between $100 to $200 to get the best out of your AT2020, but if you only want to have a proper audio mixer with the XLR input and voice-changers built-in, then it will wok fine.
The SC3 has an internal storage but you can only record voices up to 15 Seconds and then when you reboot it, it saves until it breaks
In my ears, the XLR sounded louder and clearer, but that could have just been the audio levels not matching with the one in the USB mode
I connected the speakers to the line out but nothing comes out, do you think it's a problem with the mixer?
What kind of speaker do you use? Assuming it's a pair of active speakers that doesn't need extra power from a pre-amp, then make sure you choose the correct input mode on the speakers.
why theres no power fifine mic when i put already in s3?
does it come with the xlr cable or will i have to buy it
Sorry no, only the mixer itself.
hello which XRL cable should you buy?
Any 3-pin XLR male-to-female cable is just fine.
can you use this fifine to take phone calls and which port would it go to?
Thanks for asking! I’ll try to find out!
How does it compare to Maonocaster C2 Neo?
This is the next video we’re posting, stay tuned!
Can you please do a video with this on how to setup for obs because I can’t hear anything it’s my first time please help me
Can you use this mixer on a ps5?
I’m getting the mixer while having a am8 bc my usb connection is bad, the cord they gave me didn’t work, I’m using a short cord rn, like if my gain is low now it doesn’t pick up
So why shouldn’t you use the 48V with the AM8?
Dynamic mics don’t need it
Hey, can someone tell how to listen to my voice in real time; I have both the sc3 and the am8.
Press on mic monitoring button
maybe fifine k688 with goxlr mini is good option for the best sound?????
The GoXLR mini is still on another level. :)
@@DaveSoltura now the goxlr mini is good option?? a lot of people are selling the products of goxlr and i can buy one goxlr mini 100$
@@DaveSoltura I need your help one option for me is buy… Fifine am8t and fifine sc3, another option is buy fifine k688 and sc3 or fifine k688- or am8 with goxlrmini who recommend☹️☹️☹️☹️☹️
mine only came with a trs to trs cable and the usb
Yo is there any chance you tried the mic/mixer on a ps5? I got both of them for like 12 bucks at an amazon resell place. I only have a ps5 though.
I haven't, as I don't have a PS5... sorry!
Yes, plug and play on PS5 both the mic and the mixer through USB. But if you want to have the mic and the mixer work together on PS5, then you need to plug the mic into the mixer via XLR cables instead of plugging the mic directly into PS5 console with the USB cable, then connect the USB of the mixer to your PS5 USB port.
Does this work witha shure SM7B
It’s compatible, but not enough to drive it to be loud enough.
It works, but can't get the best out of the SM7B. For a proper XLR setup, it's better to look for interfaces or mixers that costs around the same or even more of the mic. Since you also have to consider analog output channels.
I got the Am8 bundle kit for $47
What a steal!
How do I get the voices to work?
Just press the voice-changers button to enable it, when the button turns white, it takes effect.
Witch best audio software for voice recorder
Your voice is naturally in the key of A lol.
my SC3 seems to produce ALOT of static noises when paired with my K688... I don't know if it's a quality control thing, but its disapointing so far...
It’s very likely preamp noise from two sources: noise from the mic preamp, and noise from the headphone preamp. I listen on clean headphone preamps and the mic noise isn’t horrible. The headphone amps being noisy may exaggerate it. But yes, some noise is perfectly normal at this price point.
@@DaveSoltura okay! 😄
Does it come with xlr cable
Sorry no, only include the USB type-a combo type-c cable for connecting it to computers.
This review convinced me to buy the bundle that comes with the am8 and the sc3 will be here Monday I’m very excited😊
Great video, well deserved like. A question: can I control 3 volumes of three browsers with this mixer? Example, Microphone, chrome with youtube and firefox with another youtube video? Thank you
To my knowledge, I don’t think you can. It’s really meant for the effects.
If my headset has a mic I can't use the XLR input?
No, you can plug your headset to the headphones port and the xlr mic to the xlr port and you’re good to go👍🏼😁
Witch best audio interface for fifine k688
My conclusion for this video applies to the K688 as well :)
Can I connect ASTRO A40 to this the mixer?
Yes
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why is somebody saying fiNfiNe ? the name is fifine or not ?
@@CarrySpotterr I understand the confusion. It’s the official pronunciation they told me to use. :)
It was so hard to watch this vid with him saying finefine the entire time instead of fifine
I feel you! That’s how I felt at first. It turns out that’s actually the official way to pronounce it, according to their company.
@@DaveSoltura thanks for responding and I didn’t mean that comment with any hate I just noticed the different pronunciation and I’ll definitely be picking one of these audio mixers up.
@@BigManOwen No harm done! Hope you enjoy the SC3. It’s incredible for its price point.
W Review
Mobile connet or not
Connects to my Samsung A15 fine! :) But this guarantee that all apps will pick up the signal. I used Open Camera to get it to work.
Anyone wanna tell the guy he is pronouncing the brand name all wrong? The product clearly says Fifine, not Fine Fine!
Hello! I understand how you feel. I felt the same way! Fifine told me this is how they wanted their brand name pronounced. Why it’s pronounced that way is beyond me!😁
Not sold on why anyone would need this with a hybrid microphone. It's a space occupier on the desk, if nothing else.
That’s a valid take!
the amount of people i be hearing using those ai voicechangers
it sounds like you're saying "fine fine"
That’s the official pronunciation they gave. :)
9:08 funny 😂😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣
finefine?
That's how Fifine would like their company name to be pronounced. :)
' heyyyy....heyyyy .heyyyyy' lol
10:04 fin fin fin
Its Fifine not Finefine
I understand, it’s weird. I always thought it was pronounced that way, but Fifine themselves corrected me.
@@DaveSoltura All good, keep up the great work
I don’t have to re-record the sounds
Interesting! When I replugged it, the custom buttons were empty, so I did have to re-record. Until when do you keep the settings?
How is this product? Oh it's finefine
The hum is just killing me and the audioplayback is only 16bit
You get what you pay for!